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Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, Virginia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 99 Thomas Nelson Drive, Hampton, VA 23666 · Phone: (757) 825-2700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Feb 2024 · Warning · American Dental Association; Jun 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Virginia Peninsula Community College is a public trade and career school in Hampton, Virginia, offering dental hygiene, EMT training, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by SACS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 33.9% completion rate versus a 57.1% state average, with graduates carrying $9,500 in median debt and earning $37,996 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Virginia Peninsula Community College; federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 26.0% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $86,730 | $102,950 | $119,690 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,540 | $45,420 | $50,390 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,540 | $59,330 | $76,540 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $59,846 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Virginia Peninsula Community College is a public community college in Hampton, Virginia, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, for its nursing-related offerings, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. Among its trade and career programs, the campus awards the most credentials in dental hygiene programs, EMT and paramedic training, and auto mechanic schools, with eight program families in total.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 33.9%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates who take out loans carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $37,996. About 26.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as EMT training or auto mechanics, as well as those seeking longer allied-health pathways like dental hygiene. Whether the programs fit an adult career-changer's schedule is not stated in the data provided, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the accrediting bodies listed above.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Virginia Peninsula Community College offers eight program families, with the most credentials awarded in dental hygiene programs, EMT and paramedic training, and auto mechanic schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing-related programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 26.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.9%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $37,996, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (757) 825-2700 or visit vpcc.edu for current figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared to private institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and check outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?233754.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner accommodations, so this fit is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for details specific to each program, such as EMT or dental hygiene licensure.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Virginia Peninsula Community College at (757) 825-2700 or through its website at https://vpcc.edu/.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.